The Mining Museum

Mining Museum Beringen, a unique trip!
A visit to the Beringen Mining Museum ensures unforgettable moments for the whole family. Immerse yourself in the world of miners, the coal, the hard work and the life around the mine.

How deep is such a coal mine? How many hours did the men have to work in it? Were they allowed to shower if they were dirty? How did all that coal get up? What's it like to cut coal on your knees?
What was life like in the mining industry, with wife and children? You will get an answer to these and many more questions during a visit to the Mining Museum in Beringen.

On the impressive industrial mine site of Beringen you will experience the history of the Limburg coal mines in an interactive and multimedia presentation. You can visit the museum every day of the year without a reservation!
Combine a visit to the modern exhibition space with an impressive underground simulation (11:00, 13:00 and 15:00).

Get to know the work in the underground through the underground simulation and experience life around the mine through the eyes of ex-miner Roberto Pasquali with the free iPod tour. The historic buildings are also accessible on Mine Sundays.
Groups and schools can visit the museum and the historic buildings every day of the year, upon reservation! Numerous packages are possible. Mining Museum Beringen, a unique trip!
A visit to the Beringen Mining Museum will provide unforgettable moments for your family. Immerse yourself in the world of miners, the coal, the hard work and the life around the mine.

Tourist Board South Limburg (Visit Zuid-Limburg)